The second largest world producer of IoT devices, Dahua, has released a software update that has gaping security deficiencies in several of popular products including DVR’s and cameras. These internet connected gadgets are vulnerable to login bypasses and remote access to various systems. Additionally, code is available online that would allow exploitation of massive numbers of these types of ‘smart’ devices online by one user, creating DDoS attack concerns among security researchers.

The stockpiling of zero-day vulnerabilities by various intelligence agencies to use in offensive capabilities for cyber battle is not quite as dangerous as once predicted, says a new RAND study. Tactical benefits accrued from the collection of the data result in greater outcomes from public disclosure.

Check Point Software Technologies posted a blog last Friday detailing the installation of malware of several android devices sold to two firms. The malware was added somewhere along the supply chain, but was not included by the official ROM made by the manufacturer. Many of the phones affected with a ROM using system privileges, meaning that a complete re-installation of all software programs to remedy the problem.

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